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Alrighty, seems like we have some action going on here. I agree let's make this an interesting fun/forum. Anyhow, tried to start my vette today and it wouldn't start. My friend says the sparks plugs are probably clogged. Before starting I put in some Stablizer fliud because it sits a lot. Anyone know the best one and what's the best way to winterize these cars?

It's really my fault for not starting it more. I'm going to tow it to my mechanic soon. But nice to know what not to do.

June

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Got a battery charger?? If not, go invest in one. Plug that puppy in to an electrical outlet (you might need an extention cord if you can't reach it out to your car) then, take the negative (black) clamp from the charger and clamp it to the negative "-" terminal on your battery. Next, take the positive (red) clamp from the charger and clamp it to the positive "+" terminal on your battery. Watch the meter on the charger and when it looks like it's charged up, take the clamps off and try to start your car.
Hope this helps. It's cheaper than a tow.

If you have any more questions, just let me know, ok?

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Thanks Grey,

My quick fix mechanic chargered it for me, but it didn't work. So, I'm going to try it again soon. I do plan on investing in a charger also. Thought of changing the battery too. I bought the car in 2004 with this battery and as you know NY was hit with lots of snow and low temps. recently so maybe it's time. If not I'll tow it to my real mechanic. It needs some work anyhow.

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Thanks Grey,

My quick fix mechanic chargered it for me, but it didn't work. So, I'm going to try it again soon. I do plan on investing in a charger also. Thought of changing the battery too. I bought the car in 2004 with this battery and as you know NY was hit with lots of snow and low temps. recently so maybe it's time. If not I'll tow it to my real mechanic. It needs some work anyhow.

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Let me know what your mechanic found.  Hope all's ok for now!!

 

Hey Mickey -

Where ya been?  Have not seen you post lately!

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Hey Mickey -

Where ya been?  Have not seen you post lately!

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Hey Mick!

I'm here.  Been super busy and just haven't had anything to say.

How's the winter been in TX compared to "normal".  Here in Denver, CO. we haven't had a winter.  We've had a couple of cold snaps, but dry.  Only plowed three times so far this season.  Hoping Spring will bring some good snows.  I need some Vette repair money!  It's going to be low 70's today and tomorrow.  The northern and central mountains are doing great as far as snow goes, though.   

How about everybody else?  Mild winter this year?

Mickey

Really no winter here in Texas. What is snow??? One day we had ice. There was a wreck on every bridge. People just don't know how to drive on ice here. Shoot, I drive the '67 Bug when it's ice. I can hop off the road around the pile up of ding dongs and then hop back on where it's clear. I'm not driving any of the Vettes when it's like that...too scary with crazy people on the road.

[QUOTE=greypoupon69]I'm not driving any of the Vettes when it's like that...too scary with crazy people on the road.
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Do we really need ice to make it scary with crazy people on the roads?   The first time we took the Vette out for a drive after bringing it home and having the seats recovered and all that.....3 blocks from home almost got broadsided.  That's just one of many instances. 

Mickey

I hear that! A little old lady ran a stop sign on the street where I live and almost smacked up my Gold Thing!

Hello everyone,

 

It is nice to see that there are other vett girls out there  It is always a learning process but very satisfying to do something to your vett yourself!!!  I am in Connecticut and cannot wait to be out cruising in the warm weather!!  I bought my first vett--a '70 convertible-- in December and am having the original motor rebuilt so am especially anxious for spring.

Glad you joined us......Welcome to da' tank!
You will learn alot about your C3 everytime it breaks! Would like to see what your "new baby" looks like.
I just replaced all the power steering in mine.    The Gold Thing is ridin' "tight" now. Finally got it back today!
Soooooo.........how/why did you decide to get into C3's, if you don't mind me asking?